Health

Texas Health Resources Ranked Among The Best Workplaces for Women this Year

ARLINGTON, TEXAS — Texas Health Resources has once again been recognized for its exceptional commitment to gender equality and employee experience, securing the No. 41 spot on the prestigious 2025 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ list. This marks the ninth time the faith-based, nonprofit health system has earned this national accolade from Great Place To […] Arlington Network …


Arlington EMS Elevates Care with Whole Blood Transfusion Program

ARLINGTON, Texas — A new, lifesaving initiative has launched in Arlington, Texas, enabling paramedics to administer whole blood transfusions in the field to patients suffering from severe trauma or massive blood loss. This significant advancement in pre-hospital emergency care is the result of a coordinated partnership between the Arlington Fire Department (AFD), AMR Arlington, and […] Arlington Network …


In the Pursuit of Hope: Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month

In the Pursuit of Hope: Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month Every September, communities worldwide unite for Suicide Prevention Month, a critical time to raise awareness and foster a culture of open conversation about mental health. While the topic is often shrouded in silence, this month serves as a powerful reminder that suicide is preventable and that […] Arlington Network …


Birders Demand Reopening of Village Creek Drying Beds After Oil Spill

Birders Demand Reopening of Village Creek Drying Beds After Oil Spill! ARLINGTON, Texas – Avid birders are pressing the City of Fort Worth to reconsider the closure of the Village Creek Drying Beds, a cherished birdwatching site in North Arlington shut since mid-May 2025 due to an oil and wastewater pipeline rupture. The incident, involving […] Arlington Network …


UTA Leads Texas with Most Nursing Graduates in 2025

UTA Leads Texas with Most Nursing Graduates in 2025 The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), serving 43,000 students, produces more bachelor’s nursing graduates than any Texas program, with over 2,000 in 2024 out of 11,550 statewide, per Texas Board of Nursing data. Caroline King, a UTA senior, honed her skills in a simulated code […] Arlington Network …


North Texas Back-to-School Events: Free Supplies, Immunizations, and More

North Texas Back-to-School Events: Free Supplies, Immunizations, and More As the 2025-2026 school year approaches, North Texas communities, including Arlington’s 394,000 residents, are gearing up with free back-to-school events to ensure kids start strong. From AT&T Stadium to Mansfield’s performing arts center, these events offer backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, and health screenings, easing the financial […] Arlington Network …


Arlington’s Breakthrough: 3D-Printed Heart Patch Could End Cardiac Failure

Arlington’s Breakthrough: 3D-Printed Heart Patch Could End Cardiac Failure In Arlington, a city of 394,000 pulsing with life from AT&T Stadium to River Legacy Park, a medical revolution is unfolding at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). Bioengineering professor Yi Hong and his team are developing a 3D-printed heart patch that doesn’t just treat […] Arlington Network …


Arlington Experts Warn: Don’t Ignore This Subtle Heart Attack Symptom

Arlington Experts Warn: Don’t Ignore This Subtle Heart Attack Symptom In Arlington, where families cheer at Globe Life Field and gather at River Legacy Park, keeping hearts healthy is a community priority. Yet, heart disease claims a life every 34 seconds in the U.S., totaling 2,500 deaths daily, says the American Heart Association. A new […] Arlington Network …


Arlington’s Clean Team Transforms City with 5 Tons of Litter Removed

Arlington’s Clean Team Transforms City with 5 Tons of Litter Removed In Arlington, the “American Dream City,” a sparkling clean community is part of the vision, and the Clean Corridor Program—lovingly called the Clean Team—is making it happen. Since launching in March 2025, this dedicated crew of four has cleared over 5 tons of litter, […] Arlington Network …


Arlington Fights Back with West Nile Spraying to Protect Residents

Arlington Fights Back with West Nile Spraying to Protect Residents As summer’s heat settles over Arlington, the city is stepping up to keep its neighborhoods safe from West Nile Virus. On July 22, 2025, city crews began targeted mosquito spraying after two traps tested positive, with a second round planned for July 23, from 9 […] Arlington Network …